Frequently Asked Questions
What are your rates and do you take insurance?
Yes — I’m in-network for individual therapy with Aetna, Anthem BCBS, and CareFirst BCBS. I accept FSA/HSA cards. For those using out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill.
Individual therapy:
$175 for 60 minutes
$225 for 75 minutes
$275 for 90 minutes
Relational therapy is private pay only, insurance is not accepted. For those using out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill. I also accept FSA/HSA cards.
Relational therapy (2–5 participants):
$200 for 60 minutes
$260 for 90 minutes
$320 for 120 minutes
10 minutes of each session is reserved for documentation and treatment planning. Letter-writing or reports requested outside of sessions are billed at $150/hour in 15-minute increments.
How Long does therapy take to work?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some clients experience relief after a few sessions; others uncover deeper shifts over time. We’ll move at a pace that centers safety, clarity, and real connection — not quick fixes.
Who do you work with?
I work with adults (18+) for individual and relationship therapy. For family sessions, I may include younger participants on a case-by-case basis. My practice is affirming of neurodivergence, disability, chronic illness, and nontraditional family structures.
I also provide therapy in both English and Spanish, and offer bilingual support to clients and families seeking culturally and linguistically responsive care.
What issues do you specialize in?
I support clients navigating trauma, sexual disconnection, relationship ruptures, disordered eating, medical trauma, identity shifts, and nervous system overwhelm. This includes individuals and relationships impacted by chronic illness, disability, and systemic harm.
What is your approach to therapy?
My approach is integrative and collaborative — blending Internal Family Systems (IFS), narrative therapy, DBT, and somatic practices like breathwork, acupressure, and tapping. I also offer sex therapy that is tailored to each client or couple’s needs, drawing from frameworks such as Sensate Focus Therapy, the Dual Process Model, and attachment-informed care.
I practice from a trauma-informed, sex-positive lens and center the values of Curiosity, Pleasure, and Connection. We’ll work with your story, your body, and at your pace — always honoring what feels possible in the moment.
What are your Qualifications?
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I’ve worked in residential care, community health, and private practice — supporting individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of challenges.
I also hold certifications in Sex-Informed Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. While my formal education gives me a strong foundation, my approach is deeply shaped by lived experience, cultural roots, and ongoing learning.
Can I talk about sex in therapy?
Absolutely. Whether it’s desire, shame, kink, confusion, or reclaiming pleasure after trauma — this is a space where sex is welcome and not taboo. Nothing is too much here.
What if I’m new to therapy or unsure where to start?
You don’t need to have it all figured out. We can start with what’s present, even if that’s just a sigh, a stuck feeling, or a tangled mess. Therapy starts with showing up — not with having the right words.